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    UK New induction hob require 2x16A fuse. Can I connect it to the existing socket please?

    Those are the pictures from new hob. It require 6mm cable according to the plate info. Current hob is hardwired through 6mm cable too. Fuse at the fuseboard is 32A shared for oven and hob. Does it mean that fuse in the main fuseboard need replacing for 2x16A and then perhaps oven to be on a...
  2. K

    Toothbrush charger install - check legalities/safety please

    Hello! Before I moved into my house there was a washing machine in the old airing cupboard (now have combi boiler) in the bathroom. We've added an extension utility room and moved the washing machine into it. The 2-gang socket that used to power the washing machine at of the back the cupboard...
  3. M

    Please help with CE/UKCA certification

    Hi All, I am just starting a small business making LED video signs. I believe I have to get my product certified for sale in the UK, and I think I can run with just CE compliance. Does anybody have any help on the best people to talk to about this and who will help me through the process? I am...
  4. N

    Cant find anything please help

    So I built my new gaming pc, only to realise I dont have a wall socket where the psu power cord can fit... The power cord is the one we use for refrigerators, microwaves and stuff, but sadly I dont have any in my room. Also I cant seem to find any UPS with that socket as well.
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    UK Does this meet BS 7671/ Part P? Advice needed please!

    Hiya, Our neighbour runs an unarmoured cable on our land where I park my car, buried about an inch under the soil. This is used to power their garage and EV charger. They have said that they have attempted to comply with BS7671 as it is in a green plastic pipe that looks like a hosepipe. We...
  6. M

    Advice required please:

    Hi, is it acceptable practice to spur off an existing 20A D P switch to provide an additional single socket adjacent to this very switch? (The D P switch serves an existing 2-gang socket for a washer and a dryer). Thanks in advance.
  7. HappyHippyDad

    Average price for an EICR? Another poll! Please read post before voting.

    I'm going a bit poll crazy at the moment. I love polls! This one is just a bit of fun. It's obviously very inaccurate and there will be many variations on price, but... Lets just ask 'What price would you charge for an EICR on an average 2-3 bed house'? No outbuildings, one consumer unit (10...
  8. RobRS51

    Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations (Buildings and Structures) course - Help Needed Please.

    Hi all, I’m due to start the Level 3 Diploma in Electrical Installations in February 25. I’ve been advised that part of the course is to complete a home project on a Hotel. My question is does anyone have the paperwork / requirements for this part of the course. I’m not looking for the answers...
  9. Cannik

    LED light advice much needed please

    I have an autistic son who is into photography, I have been into it for 45 years and have a question I am hoping you can answer please. I took the attached image using a "light box" I built, A3 opaque top, 3 sides with wood 3" x 1/2" x 14", and one open end, inside are three of these to...
  10. J

    Advice needed on replacing security light please!

    Hi We had the light (photo attached) installed a couple of years ago - it still works but the bulb is faded but needs replacing. Is it quite easy to replace myself (someone with no experience)? Or do I need to get someone in to do it? Thank you! James
  11. Dan

    Please read your Conversations (Private Messages)

    You will spot a new notice if you have an unread PM land in your inbox. It'll be massive at the top of all pages and won't go until you've read them all. And it'll help you keep your mailbox tidy. We get a lot of emails saying they can't find a link to it so I thought I'd make it more obvious...
  12. J

    Geartray replacement help please

    Any help appreciated thanks not sure what replacement to buy
  13. botty67

    Fridge Thermostat help, please

    Hi, I was replacing the thermostat on my hoover/candy fridge freezer. I took a picture but it didn't save and now I can't find anywhere that tells me where the correct wires go. Can someone help or tell me how to diagnose it myself? The fridge freezer is an integrated Hoover HBCP3150/1KD. The...
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    Using a proving unit to check for dead before removing this contactor. What do I probe on to ? Can someone please describe the tests i.e L1 -Earth.

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    Hello and help please with LED strips

    Hello to everyone here, My name is George and the need to find a solution to my LED strip lights brought me here. The only knowledge I had regarding LED lights is simply to plug in the usb in a port. This changed since I ordered from Aliexpress a DC12V WS2815 5050RGB 5m. (5m 144 IP30) To my...
  16. ManPhan

    02 cable install in 01 MCT: please help me explain it

  17. DPG

    Bug Report: Please Fix Clicking "Unread Posts" and it loading the bottom of the page

    Can you also fix this thing that's started lately where you click on a thread with unread posts and it scrolls right to the very bottom. Then you have to scroll right up to find the last post(s) that you haven't read yet. Very annoying. Cheers.
  18. R

    auto electrician courses recommendation please

    Hi there, I am wondering if any professional auto electrician can recommend any courses which helps me understand modern vehicle's electronic? Thanks
  19. Dan

    Electricians on Facebook - Come join us please, we're late and need help

    Okay guys, I'm giving into it. I'm getting an electricians facebook page and group. So here's what I need from those who use Facebook. 1. Like our page 2. Join our "Electricians on Facebook" group 3. Join our ElectriciansForums Find an Electrician group Thank you kindly sirs and madams...
  20. A

    fuse spur that will be used as power for a LED

    Hello, what would I need for the following... A 40 meter cable run through fire partition walls, into a large plasterboard void to supply a switched fuse spur that will be used as power for a LED advertisement screen, unfortunately there's no forthcoming info on wattage. what cable size would...
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